Goes on and on and on
Leaked promo video of the Sony WF-1000XM4 reveals a ton of features
Sony is expected to launch the WF-1000XM4 soon, and new leaks point to fairly impressive specifications such as long battery life with ANC enabled.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth all the way
These are the best Bluetooth trackers to keep tabs on valuables
Pick up a Bluetooth tracker and keep tabs on your keys and any other valuable household items that you might easily misplace. We've compiled a list of the best Bluetooth trackers so that you don't have to do the research yourself!
control matters
These Android games support Bluetooth controllers and they're better for it
Gaming on Android typically requires you to settle for using touchscreen controls. However, some gracious game developers do take the time and effort to include support for Bluetooth gamepad.
No more lag
Samsung's Good Lock has an easy fix for this common Bluetooth audio problem
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Samsung's SoundAssistant app has recently been updated to support One UI 3.0 with new audio features that allow users to sync up lagging Bluetooth audio.
more features cheaper price
New Bluetooth chip brings premium features to cheaper wireless earbuds
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Qualcomm announced a new range of Bluetooth chips that promise to bring new features like Low-Energy Audio to cheaper wireless earbuds.
25% Savings
Add Bluetooth to your vehicle with Anker's Roav car charger on sale for $22
Anker's Roav car charger uses Bluetooth 5.0 to connect to your phone and then sends a signal to an FM frequency for a static-free wireless listening experience. Just turn your radio dial to the right station. It has two charging ports, too.
Wireless for the win
How to pair Bluetooth headphones with an Android phone
With headphone jacks quickly disappearing and the nuisance of tangled wires and adapters, it’s little wonder more and more people are going Bluetooth. Once you pair them, you can just grab them and go. Here's how!
Lock smarter not harder
Smart Lock is Android's best-kept secret for working from home
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Android has a lot of wonderful, wonderful perks, but one that makes my day better and easier is Smart Lock, the best feature Google ever stole. You should set up and take full advantage of this wonderful tool right now, especially while we're all stuck at home.
Worth your attention
The Marshall Monitor II offer great sound and ANC in a gorgeous package
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Bose and Sony own the market of wireless noise-canceling headphones, but they're far from the only options out there. The Marshall Monitor II ANC aim to deliver just as good of an experience while coming in at a lower price. Here's what it's like to use them.
Discounted by $15
Save on a pair of Bluetooth item trackers, now down to just $10 at Amazon
These Bluetooth trackers have a built-in keychain clip that lets you attach them to your keys or bag. You could slip the other one in your wallet, then use an app on your phone to locate your items if they're ever lost.
$8 off
Pick up the waterproof R4 Bluetooth Speaker on sale for only $12 via Amazon
The R4 wireless speaker features Bluetooth 5.0 and a range of 33 feet, along with dual 5W speakers, a passive bass radiator, and a rechargeable battery which lasts for up to 24 hours on a single charge.
$30 in Savings
This discounted Bluetooth boombox on sale for $40 can recharge your phone
This well-reviewed Bluetooth speaker offers 360-degree 50W sound from two full-range drivers and passive radiators. It's waterproof too, lasts for 30 hours on a single charge, and features seven fun lighting modes. It can charge your phone as well.
$5 Savings
This discounted car charger doubles as a Bluetooth FM transmitter for $12
The SmartCharge F0 is equipped with two USB ports and also works as a Bluetooth FM transmitter. Take calls, listen to music, and charge up your gear all at once. It even comes with a one-year warranty. Clip the on-page coupon to save.
nice but not necessary
Do your headphones actually need Bluetooth 5.0?
You've probably seen the latest version, Bluetooth 5.0, listed among the specs of most recent headphone releases, but what difference does that version make, and what are you missing out on if your headphones don't support it?
Bluetooth Newtooth
Everything you need to know about LE Audio, the new Bluetooth standard
Multi-stream Low-Energy Bluetooth that can broadcast for sharing and is designed with hearing aids in mind is now official. The wait for products that use it is on!
No more tangled cables
Forget the tangled cords — Delta planes are adding Bluetooth
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Delta is taking a wire-free approach to its next in-flight entertainment systems by adding Bluetooth, among a slew of other features.
Audio utopia
LE Audio will usher in a better Bluetooth audio experience in 2020
The Bluetooth SIG announced a new standard for Bluetooth audio that boasts better audio quality, low power consumption, and more. It'll also enable support for hearing aids and let you share audio with multiple Bluetooth devices.
Tech Essentials
Use Bluetooth in your car with Anker's discounted FM Transmitter for $12
Clip the on-page coupon to save on this versatile device. It's a dual-port USB car charger that doubles as an FM transmitter. Take calls, listen to music, and charge up your gear all at once. It has excellent reviews and a one-year warranty to boot.
Flyin' High
The PowerUp 3.0 is a smartphone-controlled paper airplane down to $44
Unite your childhood love of paper airplanes with your grown up love of tech. Equip your paper plane with Bluetooth. Fly it up to 180 feet. Control it through an app. You can even tilt your device to tilt the plane.
Bluetooth Bling
Android 11 may bring a smarter airplane mode
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Airplane mode may get smarter with the next version of Android with regard to how it deals with Bluetooth. If you're using Bluetooth headphones, for example, airplane mode will not turn them off.